X-Men: Apocalypse: New Video Explains Mutant-God's Origins

This week brings the release ofCaptain America: Civil War, which just had a gangbusters opening weekend overseas, and word is that it’s one of the best efforts put out by Marvel, if not the best. That title, however, will be challenged quickly, if one judges on source material rather than actual studio, with the arrival ofX-Men: Apocalypseon May 27th, which will introduce the most powerful villain in theX-Menuniverse to the cinematic franchise....

August 17, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Gary Richmond

‘Beverly Hills Cop 2’ Was Way More Brutal Than You Remember

The audience consensus on theBeverly Hills Copseries is understood. The original 1984 film was a cultural phenomenon that vaultedEddie Murphyinto superstardom. Because it was a blockbuster in the 1980s, it naturally received a sequel three years later and an additional one seven years after that. A legacy sequel,Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,just dropped on Netflix. Where the first installment, directed byMartin Brest, is iconic for its memorable lines andhigh-concept premise of a fish-out-of-waterDetroit cop in Beverly Hills, the latter installments are more or less disposable — ultimately failing to capture the magic of the original....

August 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1518 words · Kelly Mitchell

‘Dawn of the Dead’ Returns to Theaters for Its Blood-Soaked Anniversary

When it comes to horror sequels, there’s arguably no film as beloved asGeorge A. Romero’sDawn of the Dead. The zombie mall from hell made its US debut in 1979 and 2024 marks the gory film’s 45th anniversary. Now, just in time for its bite-worthy birthday, the originalDawn of the Deadis returning to stalk theaters this spring all across North America. Starting on August 21, 2025 (one day shy of its official 45th anniversary), the iconic horror nightmare will be shown on 90 screens....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 546 words · Keith Murray

‘Hunger Games’ Prequel Just Got a Capitol-Worthy Casting Update Ahead of Filming

Iris ApatowandEdvin Rydingare officially heading to Panem. Lionsgate has announced that the two young stars will portray Capitol University students Proserpina and Vitus inThe Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, the upcoming prequel film entering production this summer. Their characters are assigned to the prep team for the District 12 Tributes — a duo whose journey will take center stage in the highly anticipated adaptation ofSuzanne Collins’ latest novel. They join a loaded cast led byGlenn Close,Kieran Culkin,Elle Fanning,Ralph Fiennes,Kelvin Harrison Jr....

August 17, 2025 · 2 min · 328 words · Amy Gutierrez

'Abbott Elementary' Just Dropped Its Heaviest Episode Yet

Editor’s note: The below contains spoilers for Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 5. Abbott Elementaryhas never shied away from taking on real-world struggles. Part of what makesthe show so appealingis its dedication to tackling daily issues and resolving them in creative, unexpected ways. However, the series' latest episode, “Dad Fight,” featured its darkest plot yet! The outing sees Gregory (Tyler James Williams) challenged to a fight by a student’s father, Darnell (English Teacher’sLangston Kerman) after Gregory forms a special bond with said student....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 847 words · David Stanley

'Good Omens' Season 2 Clip: Crowley and Aziraphale Go for Coffee

Prime Videohas released a new clip in anticipation of the return ofGood Omensto the platform, depicting some of the important characters from the upcoming episodes meeting each other for the first time. Crowley (David Tennant) and Arizaphale (Michael Sheen) are ready for their new adventures, even if it takes a while for them to adapt to their new lifestyle far away from the overwhelming rules established by Heaven and Hell. And Nina (Nina Sosanya) isn’t here to mess around either, as viewers will get to know her alongside their favorite charismatic demon....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Jennifer Mccoy

'LEGO Star Wars' Heads to YouTube With an Out of This World Christmas Special

The holidays are right around the corner, andLEGO Star Warsknows just how to celebrate. Disney has announced that more content from the galaxy far, far away is coming toYouTube Kids. TheLEGO Star Wars Holiday Specialis already available for streaming on the franchise’s channel on the platform. But next month will feature the arrival ofLEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy. The recent miniseries features a young character finding a powerful artifact that allows him to visit iconic locations and characters from theStar Warsfranchise — with a twist....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Jesse Johnston

'Les Misérables' Returns to Theaters for One Week With Dolby Cinemas

It’s another chance to hear the people singing the songs of angry men as 2012’s award-laden classic musicalLes Misérableswill be shown in Dolby Cinemas across the U.S. for a limited week starting July 12, 2025. The film adaptation of the musical starredHugh Jackman, Russell Crowe,andAnne Hathaway, with the latter winning her first Oscar for playing the devastating role of Fantine. This special screening marks the film’s debut in Dolby Cinemas, featuring enhanced audio with Dolby Atmos and visually stunning Dolby Vision....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Teresa Jenkins

'Yellowjackets' Has Officially Crowned a New Antler Queen and It Might Just Be the Team's Worst Mistake Yet

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for the finale of Yellowjackets Season 3.Since Season 1,Yellowjacketshas been teasing the presence of the “Antler Queen,” who is meant to be the ultimate leader and guiding light of the Yellowjackets during their time in the wilderness and beyond. We’ve seen it alluded to in many different ways, such as Lottie (Courtney Eaton) standing just beneath a set of antlers, making it look like she’s wearing them like a crown, as well as constant visions and imagery of the figure....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 1052 words · Latoya Castro

10 Best Quotes in 'Tombstone,' Ranked

Today, the 1993 mega-hit classicTombstoneis one of the most iconic and quotable Westerns in movie history. An action-packed thrill-ride starringKurt Russelland the lateVal Kilmer, it tells of legendary lawman Wyatt Earp as he, his brothers, and his tuberculosis-stricken, gunslinging best friend, Doc Holliday, seek their fortunes out west, only to run into trouble with a ruthless gang known as The Cowboys in the crime-ridden town of Tombstone. An instantly recognizable masterpiece full of thrilling gunfights, epic music, and legendary characters,Tombstoneis simply a perfect Western, one of the greatest ever brought to the silver screen....

August 16, 2025 · 9 min · 1874 words · Matthew Kim

10 Financially Unrealistic Sitcom Characters

Audiences tend to love familiar sitcoms because they can be viewed as a good suspension of disbelief. There’s nothing better than watching a fun bit of comedy that doesn’t remind viewers of anything in reality, and allows them to completely escape into a fantasy world.While many great drama showshave succeeded because of their realism, sitcoms tend to be much more superficial in their overarching narratives. That being said,there’s a point where sitcoms become completely unreasonable due to financial realities....

August 16, 2025 · 8 min · 1643 words · Dawn Coleman

100 Best Comedies of All Time List Revealed by BBC

What makes a great comedy? Is it a film that makes you laugh until you can’t breathe, or one that combines humor with heart in a perfect mixture? That was the question posed to 253 film critics by BBC Culture, who has now unveiled the fruit of their labor: the 100 greatest comedies of all time. The critics who participated come from 52 countries and six continents, and the makeup of the group of 118 women and 135 men, all from reputable outlets across the globe....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 623 words · Michael Levy

Adam Driver, Kanye West to Host Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Liveis set to premiere its absolutely bonkers44th seasonon September 29, and the long-running sketch comedy show is opening with one heck of a duo:Adam Driverwill host the premiere with musical guestKanye West. Driver has had a pretty fantastic 2018, which basically kick-started at the tail-end of 2017 with the release ofStar Wars: The Last Jedi, in which he reprised the role of precious baby Sith boi Kylo Ren. Depending on who you ask, this marked the end of Star Wars and also possibly the world as we know it forever....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 283 words · Shelly Pope